Drunk History
Top UK comedians relate their favourite historical stories while getting absolutely bladdered on a mixture of beers, wines and spirits. Their slurred versions of history are then acted out, word for word, by a host of well-known actors, celebrities and comedians including Johnny Vegas, Russell Kane, Joe Lycett, Rob Beckett, Alex Horne and James Acaster. Luckily, Jimmy Carr is on voice-over duties to restore some order if the drinking sessions get out of hand.
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Plot Summary
Drunk History is a comedy series where a variable number of hosts get heavily intoxicated and then attempt to narrate a historical event. The actual historical events are then reenacted by actors, who lip-sync to the drunken ramblings of the narrators. The show humorously highlights the often-overlooked and bizarre aspects of history.
Critical Reception
Drunk History has been widely praised for its unique premise, humor, and surprisingly educational content. Critics often commend its creative approach to making history accessible and entertaining, while audiences appreciate its blend of irreverent comedy and factual storytelling.
What Reviewers Say
- Hilariously creative and surprisingly informative.
- A brilliant concept that makes history fun and accessible.
- The drunken narration provides a unique and often comical twist to historical events.
Google audience: Viewers love the show's originality and the way it makes learning about history engaging and funny. Many find the drunken narrators endearing and the reenactments side-splittingly amusing.
Awards & Accolades
Nominated for multiple Emmy Awards, including Outstanding Short-Format Animated Program.
Fun Fact
The show originated as a web series on Funny or Die before being picked up by Comedy Central.
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